Maintenance Technician

gpac; Platteville (WI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Night shift premium

Career advancement

Job summary

gpac is seeking a hands-on maintenance technician for a highly automated dairy facility in Wisconsin. The role focuses on safe, compliant operation of production, packaging, and utility systems across a 24/7 operation.

The ideal candidate is mechanically and electrically skilled, with PLCs, VFDs, pumps, conveyors, and pasteurizers experience, plus a strong commitment to food safety and continuous improvement. Night shifts with premiums are offered.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of industrial maintenance experience (food/beverage preferred).
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Proficiency with PLCs, VFDs, and automated packaging equipment.
• Experience maintaining pumps, conveyors, separators, and pasteurizers.
• Familiarity with instrumentation, calibration, and sanitary process systems.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics, P&IDs, and electrical drawings.
• Experience with ammonia refrigeration, boilers, and wastewater systems a plus.
• Commitment to food safety, preventive maintenance, and continuous improvement.
• Safety-conscious mindset with ability to work independently on 6pm-6am shift.

Responsibilities

• Hands-on maintenance across production, packaging, and utility systems in a 24/7 dairy facility.
• Ensure safe, compliant operation of equipment and systems.
• Work with advanced automation, robotics, and pasteurization systems.

Skills

Industrial maintenance experience

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

PLCs & VFDs

Pumps & conveyors

Sanitary process systems

Schematics & P&IDs

Safety & food safety

Night shift readiness

Job description

This is a hands-on, multi-craft maintenance position supporting a highly automated dairy facility. The role focuses on ensuring safe, compliant, and reliable operation of production, packaging, and utility systems across a 24/7 operation.

The position offers consistent hours, a strong team culture, and the chance to work with advanced automation, robotics, and pasteurization systems. It's ideal for a mechanically and electrically skilled technician who thrives in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.

The Ideal Candidate Brings

• 3+ years of industrial maintenance experience (food/beverage preferred)
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills
• Proficiency with PLCs, VFDs, and automated packaging equipment
• Experience maintaining pumps, conveyors, separators, and pasteurizers
• Familiarity with instrumentation, calibration, and sanitary process systems
• Ability to read and interpret schematics, P&IDs, and electrical drawings
• Experience with ammonia refrigeration, boilers, and wastewater systems a plus
• Commitment to food safety, preventive maintenance, and continuous improvement
• Safety-conscious mindset with ability to work independently on 6pm-6am shift

What's in It for You?

• Competitive hourly pay with night and weekend shift premiums
• Full benefits package and advancement opportunities
• Modern, automated creamery with strong investment in technology
• Team-oriented environment that values quality, safety, and reliability

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.